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RISK MANAGEMENT = A THOROUGH HOME INSPECTION A
thorough home inspection is good for everyone.
When we perform our due diligence to discover all that we can
about the property being sold, there is far less chance of an
unpleasant surprise in the future.
Repairs done in a timely manner can avoid more costly problems
in the future. Buildings degrade with age and use.
Sometimes the process is so slow that the occupants hardly
notice. Although the
inspection is not a substitute for disclosure, it can serve to remind
the seller of forgotten or ignored conditions.
With few exceptions, every inspection reveals things that are a
surprise to the seller. By
encouraging clients to find the most qualified and thorough inspector,
real estate agents are protecting the clients, themselves and the
transaction. Risk
management is most effective when performed early in the process.
The sooner a defect can be revealed, the sooner it can be dealt
with or simply noted. We
all have learned from the political arena that the appearance of a
cover-up can be more devastating than the actual condition.
An unbiased home inspection can help to uncover the true
condition of the home. With
more knowledge, differences can more effectively be negotiated.
In the end we accomplish peace of mind knowing that the
transaction was fair and just. The
International Code Council (www.iccsafe.org) is the organization that
writes the building codes. They
offer proctored certification exams to verify knowledge of the codes
and how buildings are built. Residential
construction is covered by building, mechanical, electrical and
plumbing exams. Successful
completion of all of these exams earns the inspector the Residential
Combination certification. The
California Real Estate Inspection Association (www.creia.org) is a non
profit corporation, founded in 1976, to provide education, training
and support services to the real estate inspection profession and to
the public. The CREIA Standards of Practice are considered by the
legal community to be the standard of care in Is it built to code? A home inspection is not a "code compliance" inspection. The building codes are subject to the interpretation of the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) at the city or county building department. Therefore, only the AHJ is in a position to grant a code compliance determination. However, it is a combination of the home inspectors understanding of the codes and construction experience that is relied upon when inspecting the residence. Unfortunately, there is no continuing education requirement for California licensed contractors. As a result, sometimes the various code changes are brought to their attention by the AHJ or a knowledgeable home inspector. How
long does a thorough home inspection take?
The old adage in the industry is “the more you know, the
longer it takes”. An
average home can take several hours to inspect.
Newer homes don’t usually take as long but require greater
vigilance because a construction defect may not have exhibited
telltale signs like moisture stains or cracking.
Add some time if there has been some remodeling or if it’s an
older home. John
McGibbon Real Estate Inspections “Highly
Recommended” (805) 685-2425 www.JMinspections.com |
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